The Pensioners were linked with a move for Everton defender John Stones throughout the summer, but ultimately ended up missing out on the England international as the Toffees held their ground [Mirror].

Realising that Stones was out of reach, the champions moved for FC Nantes defender Djilobodji, signing the Senegal international in a £4 million deal [BBC Sport].

The West African—who joined alongside Reading’s Michael Hector—will compete with the likes of John Terry, Gary Cahill and Kurt Zouma for a spot in the heart of Chelsea’s defence.

Based on the Pensioners’ current defensive performances this season, he may fancy his chances of securing a starting berth. Heading into gameweek five, the Blues sit 13th in the EPL table, having managed only four points. They have conceded nine goals, the second-worst of all of the teams in the top flight.

However, Mourinho appears to have dampened any hopes the Senegal international might have of securing a starting berth, after insisting that the defender wasn’t his choice.

“It was not my choice. It was the choice of somebody I trust completely,” Mourinho began, speaking to the club’s official website.